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Welcome to the Sentinel Leon Washington Jr. Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer: Pamela A. Bakewell Jr.
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The Los Angeles Sentinel is an African American owned and operated newspaper that puts emphasis on issues concerning the African-American community and it's readers. Its a highly regarded paper that significantly influences the perceptions, attitudes and buying decisions of it's readership. The Sentinel is published weekly on Thursdays and boasts boasts a readership of over 125,000. Like a weekly

magazine, The Sentinel stays in the home from week to week and is the largest paid African American owned newspaper in the West, having a paid ABC audited circulation.

*Distinguished Executives and Members

Publisher: Jennifer Thomas
Publisher/CEO (1983-1997): Kenneth R. Thomas
Business Manager/Publisher (1948-1990): Ruth Washington
Founder/Publisher (1933-1974): Col. Executive Assistant to the Publisher/Member of the Board of Directors (2004-2014): Brenda Marsh-Mitchell

*Executive Department

Executive Publisher/CEO: Danny Bakewell Sr. Bakewell
Executive Editor/Chief of Staff: Danny J. Executive Assistant to the Chairman and Executive Editor: Tamela Mitchell
Taste of Soul Project Manager/Executive Assistant to the COO : Nicole Williams
Special Projects/ Outreach Coordinator/Account Receivable: Lauren Brazile
Accounts Payable: Jordan Cooper


*Editorial & Production Department

Religion Editor: Cora Jackson-Fossett
Staff Writer/Copy Editor/Digital&Social Media: Betti Halsell
Copy Editor/Digital&Social Media: Devyn Bakewell
Copy Editor:Alan Braxton
Photographer/Videographer/Copy Editor: E. Mesiyah McGinnis



Sports Writer: Amanda Scurlock

*Classified and Subscription Department
Advertising: Clifford Russell
Classified/Ads: Allen Moret
Production Designer: Angela Howard
Subscriptions/Distribution: Diana Pinkney

Today we celebrate the mothers, grandmothers, aunties, caretakers, and mother figures whose love continues to shape our ...
05/10/2026

Today we celebrate the mothers, grandmothers, aunties, caretakers, and mother figures whose love continues to shape our families and communities.

Thank you for the sacrifices, wisdom, strength, and care you pour into others every single day.

From all of us at the Los Angeles Sentinel, Happy Mother’s Day. 💐

From Cleveland dreamer to cultural trailblazer, Arsenio Hall is reflecting on legacy, purpose, and fatherhood in “Arseni...
05/08/2026

From Cleveland dreamer to cultural trailblazer, Arsenio Hall is reflecting on legacy, purpose, and fatherhood in “Arsenio: A Memoir.”

During a recent signing at Lore Leimert Park — owned by his son Cheron — Hall shared the moments that shaped his journey from magic shows and stand-up comedy to redefining late-night television with The Arsenio Hall Show.

More than a memoir, the book is about vision, ownership, and documenting his truth in his own words.

📍Photos by Akil Tircuit / L.A. Sentinel

Luxury has a new address in the South Bay.Lavae McClinnahan is redefining coastal dining with Montauk — a space where fo...
05/07/2026

Luxury has a new address in the South Bay.

Lavae McClinnahan is redefining coastal dining with Montauk — a space where food, music, and design come together to create an experience, not just a meal.

From curated interiors in partnership with Ralph Lauren Home to the launch of The Den jazz lounge, Montauk is quickly becoming a cultural hub — attracting creatives, tastemakers, and a new energy to Redondo Beach.

More than a restaurant, it’s a statement: Black-owned spaces can be elevated, intentional, and world-class.

05/07/2026

This Week in Los Angeles Sentinel w/ Jay Jackson

From policy to culture to community—here’s a quick look at the stories shaping Los Angeles right now.

We’re breaking down what matters, who it impacts, and why it should be on your radar.

Stay informed. Stay connected.

Tap in with the Los Angeles Sentinel for the full stories.

05/07/2026

Growing older should come with clarity, not confusion.

On this episode of All About Black Health, specialists from Cedars-Sinai break down what it really means to age well — from protecting brain health to preparing for long-term care.

The discussion taps into essential resources like geriatric services, memory care, and support programs designed to help individuals and families plan ahead with confidence.

Because living longer only matters if you’re living well.

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🌸🎭 MOTHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY 🎭🌸Win 4 tickets to see Fremont Ave. at South Coast Repertory — for you and three guests!Present...
05/07/2026

🌸🎭 MOTHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY 🎭🌸

Win 4 tickets to see Fremont Ave. at South Coast Repertory — for you and three guests!

Presented by the Los Angeles Sentinel, this special giveaway celebrates powerful Black storytelling, family, love, and community just in time for Mother’s Day. ❤️

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🎟 Winner receives 4 tickets to the show
📅 Winner announced on Mother’s Day

Celebrate Mom with a night of unforgettable theatre and culture.

Wellness starts with access — and knowledge.In South L.A., Javonne Sanders is leading “Eating With Purpose,” a free week...
05/07/2026

Wellness starts with access — and knowledge.

In South L.A., Javonne Sanders is leading “Eating With Purpose,” a free weekly course at the L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Center designed to help residents rethink how they eat, cook, and care for their health.

From practical nutrition tips to culturally rooted meals made healthier, the program is about more than food — it’s about prevention, empowerment, and community.

Because real change happens when healthy living feels possible, accessible, and shared.

A legend reflecting on legacy — and building what comes next.Bill Duke continues to shape culture both on and off screen...
05/06/2026

A legend reflecting on legacy — and building what comes next.

Bill Duke continues to shape culture both on and off screen, now turning his focus to telling the story of Redd Foxx in the upcoming biopic “Seeing Redd.”

With decades in Hollywood, Duke speaks on purpose, discipline, and the responsibility of storytelling — emphasizing that legacy isn’t just about what you’ve done, but what you choose to pass forward.

From classics like Sanford and Son to the present, the impact remains.

This next chapter isn’t just about history — it’s about making sure it’s told right.

W.E.B. Du Bois takes center stage in “W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With A Cause,” premiering May 19 on PBS.Directed by Rita Cob...
05/06/2026

W.E.B. Du Bois takes center stage in “W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With A Cause,” premiering May 19 on PBS.

Directed by Rita Coburn and narrated by Viola Davis, the documentary brings Du Bois’s legacy to life through powerful storytelling, archival insight, and dramatic readings from voices like Common, Courtney B. Vance, and Jeffrey Wright.

More than history, this is a reminder: the questions Du Bois raised about race, power, and democracy are still shaping the present.

📺 Premieres May 19 — check local listings

Cadillac Chronicles is turning car rides into conversations — spotlighting the stories, sounds, and legacy of R&B and hi...
05/06/2026

Cadillac Chronicles is turning car rides into conversations — spotlighting the stories, sounds, and legacy of R&B and hip-hop icons. Created by Brian Freeman, the series brings viewers inside the ride with artists like Shanice, Columbus Short, and The Isley Brothers — blending music history with real-time connection.

What started as a grassroots idea is now a growing platform preserving the voices behind the culture while introducing a new generation to the legends who shaped it.

From Atlanta to Los Angeles, the ride is just getting started.

“Colored People’s Time: A History Play” is now showing at the Robey Theatre Company in Downtown Los Angeles — bringing p...
05/05/2026

“Colored People’s Time: A History Play” is now showing at the Robey Theatre Company in Downtown Los Angeles — bringing powerful, layered storytelling to the stage.

Spanning from the Civil War to the Jim Crow era, the production uses a series of vignettes to explore the everyday lives, struggles, and quiet resilience of Black Americans — turning ordinary moments into stories of unintended heroism.

Presented at the Los Angeles Theatre Center, this is theater rooted in history, culture, and truth.

🗓 Now through May 17
🎟 Tickets available now

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